Healthcare consulting (actuary vs CPA)

econgrad11
Tue, 23 Jul 2013 22:30:29 +0000

Hi everyone! I could definitely use some career advice and that’s why I am here!

I graduated in 2011 from a top 25 school with a BA in economics. I also have a strong accounting background, and I am very close to sitting for the CPA exam. I’m currently working in underwriting for a large health insurance company.

I eventually want to work in consulting. I know a lot of consulting companies offer health and benefits analyst positions (both actuarial and non-actuarial) that I’m interested in.

Anyways, would it be better to sit for the CPA exam (my preference) or pursue the actuarial track. I’m confident that I can do both, but I am closer and would prefer to do the CPA… It just seems a lot less relevant! Anyone have any advice?

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